Changan reveals 2.3-M unit sales figure, 'Vast Ocean Plan' roadmap

MANILA: Recently, Changan Auto announced a global sales total of 2.346 million vehicles, an increase of 2% from the previous year. Of this, 284,000 new energy vehicles (NEV) were sold, which represents a year-over-year growth of 160.5%. With a net profit of 7.798 billion Chinese Yuan (US$1.122-B) at the end of 2022, Changan Auto saw a year-over-year growth of 119.52%.

These exceptional sales volume and profit figures are encouraging for Changan's "Vast Ocean Plan," its name for its recent formal announcement at the Automotive Industry Exhibition in Shanghai, China.

By expanding further into Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Africa, Asia-Pacific, and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Vast Ocean intends to introduce at least 30 worldwide products in 3,000 additional foreign outlets by 2025.

Furthermore, Changan Auto wants to solidify its position as a top-tier automobile brand by 2030, surpassing its $US10 billion overseas investment, selling over 1.2 million (M) units abroad annually, and hiring over 10,000 new workers for its international teams.

Changan Auto wants to become a smart, low-carbon travel technology company in the long run. The Changan Auto presentation at the Shanghai car show served as evidence for the vision. The event, which had the appropriately named subject "Changan Reaches the World," included the S7, SL03, UNI-V, UNI-K, Z6 iDD, and Lumin, along with the company's whole line of new energy products.

Said Changan Motor Philippines, Inc. (CMPI) President and CEO Maria Fe Perez-Agudo: “The Changan experience proves how a Chinese global enterprise can drive the industry chain, upstream as well as downstream, tap into new territory, and thrive globally by taking giant steps in future-forward technology. We are one with the Changan global distributorship network in promoting our strong technical reserves and forward-looking vision to the world.”

Changan Uni-K iDD

The plug-in hybrid Uni-K is available as the Changan Uni-K iDD. It is the first Changan model to have the Blue Whale iDD hybrid system.

An electric drive gearbox with three clutches made by Blue Whale is installed in the Changan Uni-K iDD. The total cruise range has surpassed 1100 km, while the pure electric range is rated at 130 km. The battery has a 30.74kWh capacity. Daily commutes in the city should not provide any difficulties.

The Blue Whale iDD hybrid system, which consists of a 1.5T turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an electric motor, will be the highlight of the Changan Uni-K iDD's powertrain. According to Changan, the new UNI-k iDD uses 40% less fuel than conventional fuel vehicles of equivalent performance.

Photos from Changan

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